I know all of you can’t wait till November 7 when Gears of War 2 will be available for the consumers to consume. So here is a little trailer for those who simply can’t wait. It contains more details about the game as well as the assortment of weapons. Enjoy!
- Geoff
[Source: GameTrailers]
There is so much that one can do with their XBox 360. But everybody doesn’t know about these tricks and secrets about their Xbo 360. Here is an article by Alec Meer of Tech Radar listing the 10 secrets and tricks that Microsoft won’t tell you about.
10 Xbox 360 tricks Microsoft won’t tell you
1. Connect your Xbox 360 to two screens at once
If you’ve got one of the component/composite dual video cables – the one that comes in the box with most 360s – you can have your console display its gamey goodness on two TVs simultaneously. The trick is to flick the cable’s switch to Standard Definition but hook up the composite (yellow) cable to one screen and the component (the red, green, blue) cables to another. It won’t be high-def, but it could be handy if you’re staging a mini LAN party and want to set up a display for bored spectators to point their eyes at. Read the rest of this entry »
A very interesting article of why Microsoft’s Xbox 360 should win the console war. Written by Don Reisinger of CNET, its a very good read. Check it out.
For a while, I’ve said that Microsoft needs to find a way to attract more customers and bring more people on board. The first step, I said, was to lower the price of the Xbox 360 all over the world to increase its value to consumers and finally make it an ideal solution for customers. Read the rest of this entry »
Here is a list of the games that will be releasing this week, week of September 8, 2008, for the various gaming platforms. Check it out.
PC
- American McGee’s Grimm: The Devil and His Three Golden Hairs
- CSI Super Pack
- FlatOut: Head On
Nintendo DS
- Lock’s Quest
- Viva Pinata: Pocket Paradise
- Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir
- Hell’s Kitchen
- Mazes of Fate
- The Price is Right
- Rain Drops
- Air Traffic Chaos
Wii
- NHL 2K9
- Cabela’s Legendary Adventures
- Hell’s Kitchen
- The Price is Right
- Active Life Outdoor Challenge
- Ten Pin Alley 2
PlayStation Portable
- Cabela’s Legendary Adventures
PlayStation 2
- Yakuza 2
- TNA Impact!
- Dance Dance Revolution X Bundle
- Dragon Ball Z Trilogy
- Cabela’s Legendary Adventures
PlayStation 3
- NHL 2K9
- NHL 2009
- TNA Impact!
Xbox 360
- Rock Band 2
- NHL 2K9
- NHL 2009
- Zoids Assault
- TNA Impact!
- Geoff
[Source: ArsTechnica]
As if we needed more music game peripherals. Mad Catz has just introduced the first ever bass guitar peripheral for a music game. Mad Catz’ Fender Precision Bass guitar for Rock Band is different from other guitar peripherals in which it no longer has a whammy bar and it is replace with a volume knob. Also, it incorporates a new Split Strum Bar, which is guaranteed to let gamers strum and pluck notes faster. As of the moment, it is only available for the Xbox 360 with a $70 price tag, which is cheaper than most musical instrument peripherals.
- Geoff
[Source: BusinessWire]
Microsoft posted a job listing this morning looking for someone to help create a “Connected Entertainment experience, realized through the Zune service, that spans multiple devices such as Zune, Xbox, PC and Mobile phones.” Rumors of such a device have been all over the Internet for sometime but now it seems like Microsoft is really pushing to make it a reality. Having the features or the ability to control your PC and Xbox 360 with a Zune like mobile phone would amazing, and if done right could give the iPhone 3G a run for its money! Check out the Microsoft job posting for more details.
-Ray
[Source: zunerama]
With all the new Xbox 360 price cuts, even Hot Topic, which is a retail chain store that specializes in pop-culture attire, is getting into the Xbox 360 mix. They are currently selling a limited edition Xbox 360 Arcade system for $199. Although that price tag is similar to other Xbox 360 Arcade consoles, this limited edition from Hot Topic comes equipped with some goodies. First, this limited edition has a 20GB hard drive, as suppose to none with the original XBox 360 Arcade console. Additionally, the limited edition comes with a play and charge kit, a headset, and a stylish, Hot Topic-ish, Spartan Green paint job. Very nice! If one were looking for a deal on an Xbox 360, this is it.
- Geoff
[Source: Gizmodo]
All an Xbox 360 gamer could want is more games for their Xbox 360. Well good news gamers! Japan’s From Software has announced that a new action adventure game entitled Ninja Blade is in the works. This is probably a game that will compete with Ninja Gaiden II. Check out this trailer for the game.
As far as online features for the game, nothing has yet been announced. Check back as more information comes our way.
- Geoff
[Source: Xboxic]
After all the speculation and hype Microsoft finally announced the much anticipated (and needed to compete with the PS3) Xbox 360 pricecuts. The new prices for the Xbox 360 to be released on September 5 are are as follows:
• Xbox 360 Arcade – $199
• Xbox 360 – $299
• Xbox 360 Elite – $399
-Ray
[Source: gizmodo]
Disney Interactive announced today that a demo of Pure, Disney’s new action sports game on four wheels, will be made available for the Xbox 360 on the Xbox Live Marketplace. According to Disney, the demo is to set place in Italy, the Mount Garda track. In the demo, gamers will be able to mix speed with tricks as they fight off 15 AI competitors to the finish. In the retail version, gamers will be able to build up their vehicles and play either against 15 AI competitors or 15 other gamers online. The purpose of performing tricks during the race is to boost the gamer’s vehicle. Doing more unbelievable tricks would help boost the player past the finish line. The game is set to release on September 16.
- Geoff
[ Source: The HD Room]
